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Top 15 Waterfall Boat Tours and Cruises in Canada

36 tours  ·  from $35 a head

Every trip has one free day too few. These 15 waterfall boat tours and cruises in Canada justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.

Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls - Starting with the Falls and the Canadian side
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Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

1.Niagara Falls: Premium Tour, Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 4,207 reviews · 4 hours · from $152Our pick

See Niagara Falls from above, below, and on the water during a four-hour Canadian tour limited to seven people. You’ll visit Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, the Whirlpool, Floral Clock, and more, with guides such as Stephanie, Carlos, Cheryl, and Vinnie sharing local stories. The boat runs May to December.

“The experience was unforgettable. Our tour guide Samara was amazing!”

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Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Optional Boat Cruise - Pickup points in Toronto and Mississauga
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Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Optional Boat Cruise

2.Toronto: Niagara Falls Day Tour with Optional Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,178 reviews · 9 hours - 1 day · from $53

Travel from Toronto with guides such as Bernard, Jeremiah, or Manny, stopping at the Floral Clock, Whirlpool, and a maple syrup shop before reaching Niagara Falls. You get several hours to explore, with optional Hornblower cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, helicopter, or zipline tickets.

“We did all 3 options - tunnels, tower and boat. That still left time for loads of photos and lunch. Driving is about 2 hours each way leaving 4.5 hours at Niagara. Well worth the trip.”

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Best of Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Behind Falls and Boat - Skylon Tower: the view that puts the Falls in order
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Best of Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Behind Falls and Boat

3.Best of Niagara Falls Canada Premium Tour: Behind Falls and Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3,139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $147Top rated

Spend four hours with a small group and a local guide such as Manny, Vinny, or Heidi, visiting Journey Behind the Falls, Skylon Tower, and Niagara City Cruises. Hotel pickup, admission, transport, and winter replacement attraction are included, though the boat operates seasonally.

“There was no thinking involved and no need to figure out how to get to each location especially since the weather wasn’t the best. Everything was planned and we felt we had a great experience as our guide Heidi was very knowledgeable. She gave us the best place to stand on the boat and it was amazing. Plus she gave us the name of a restaurant to try and it did not disappoint!”

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Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour From Toronto + Boat Cruise Option - The first sight of Horseshoe Falls
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Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour From Toronto + Boat Cruise Option

4.Niagara Falls Canada Day Tour From Toronto + Boat Cruise Option

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,576 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $63

Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls with an English-speaking guide, free time, scenic stops, and maple syrup tasting. Add the seasonal boat cruise and Journey Behind the Falls, or choose more time for lunch, Clifton Hill, and photos. Guides such as Andrew, Tracy, John, and Paul are praised for friendly commentary.

“John the tour guide was amazing! He was very very knowledgeable and knew a lot about the areas not just at Niagara Falls but also on the journey to the falls. The Niagara Takes Flight experience was also amazing!! It provides a great insight into the falls from a different perspective. Would highly recommend this tour, the provider is professional and is great at what they do!”

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Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat & Skylon Tower - Maple syrup, chocolate, and a practical food stop
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Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat & Skylon Tower

5.Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat & Skylon Tower

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2,406 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $51

Travel from downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls in a small group of up to 23 people. Add the seasonal Hornblower cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, and Skylon Tower. Guides such as Haroon and Shahz keep the long day moving, with maple tasting and scenic stops along the Niagara Parkway.

“This trip captures every aspect of visiting Niagara Falls with a great tour guide! Bring a towel and wear water shoes!”

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Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise - Getting to the boat at 5920 Niagara Parkway
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Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise

6.Niagara Falls, Canada: Evening Fireworks Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,335 reviews · 40 min · from $35Best value

Board a Niagara City Cruises catamaran near the Zipline Tower for a 40-minute evening ride past the American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls. You will see the Illumination of the Falls from the water, feel the mist from the open deck, and watch a fireworks display when weather permits.

“Staff super friendly and helpful. The activity was great fun. The fireworks were beautiful!”

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From Toronto: Niagara Falls Tour + Boat Ride and/or Journey - Maple Leaf Place and the Canadian maple stop
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From Toronto: Niagara Falls Tour + Boat Ride and/or Journey

7.From Toronto: Niagara Falls Tour + Boat Ride and/or Journey

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,277 reviews · from $55

Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls by air-conditioned bus with a certified English-speaking guide such as Lina, Leo, Kaleb, or Andrew. You get 3 to 4 hours at the falls, maple syrup tasting, scenic stops, and optional Hornblower and Journey Behind the Falls tickets.

“Our group had a guide Leo, a cheerful, witty guy. We heard a lot of information. We looked at the waterfall from all sides and had enough time for this. I am absolutely delighted with the trip.”

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Toronto: Falls Day Tour with Boat Cruise & Niagara-the-Lake - The Toronto pickup and 90-minute drive
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Toronto: Falls Day Tour with Boat Cruise & Niagara-the-Lake

8.Toronto: Falls Day Tour with Boat Cruise & Niagara-the-Lake

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,102 reviews · from $71

Travel from downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls in an air-conditioned bus with a local guide such as Alex, Michael, Edward, or Tony. Visit Niagara-on-the-Lake, stop at the Floral Clock and Whirlpool Rapids, then enjoy up to three hours at the Falls. Add the seasonal Voyage to the Falls cruise for a close-up view.

“Guide was friendly and helpful and enjoyed a great day at the falls”

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Niagara Falls Day Tour Includes Boat Cruise, Winery Stop & Lunch - Wine tasting at Niagara College
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Niagara Falls Day Tour Includes Boat Cruise, Winery Stop & Lunch

9.Niagara Falls Day Tour Includes Boat Cruise, Winery Stop & Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,820 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $165

Ride from downtown Toronto to Niagara Falls with guides such as Wayne, Nikki, David, or Jason sharing local stories. Taste wine at Niagara College, eat lunch overlooking the Falls, take a seasonal boat cruise or Journey Behind the Falls, and explore Niagara-on-the-Lake.

“Fantastic trip. David our guide was very knowledgeable. Falls just breathtaking and boat trip was a very enjoyable experience. Lunch was lovely with great views of the falls. Bus driver was very experienced and very comfortable trip.”

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Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat, Tower & JBF - The Niagara Parkway, gorge, and Floral Clock
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Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat, Tower & JBF

10.Niagara Falls from Toronto: Skip-the-Line Boat, Tower & JBF

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,724 reviews · 9 hours · from $69

Travel from Toronto to Niagara Falls by climate-controlled coach with live commentary, scenic stops, maple syrup tasting, free time, and optional priority entry to the boat cruise, Skylon Tower, and Journey Behind the Falls. Guides such as Haroon, Shahz, and Chaaz are praised for clear timing and friendly help.

“Enjoyed the trip. One of the best trip I’ve been. Recommend the Boat Cruise & Behind the Falls.”

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Niagara Falls: Boat Trip & Journey Behind the Falls Tour - Meeting your guide at 6075 Niagara River Parkway
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Niagara Falls: Boat Trip & Journey Behind the Falls Tour

11.Niagara Falls: Boat Trip & Journey Behind the Falls Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,516 reviews · 3 hours · from $123

Meet your English-speaking guide at Niagara Parks Police Station, then walk to Niagara City Cruises for a poncho-clad boat ride near the Falls. Continue along the river to Journey Behind the Falls. Guides such as Gord, Kevin, Melissa, and Jane are praised for lively stories and helpful pacing.

“It's off season, so no lines and no people. Our Guide was full of information, friendly and so helpful. Even stepped up as photographer so we were also in the photos. Great for individuals or groups.”

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Niagara Falls: Early Access Boat & Journey Behind the Falls - The Niagara City Cruises boat ride
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Niagara Falls: Early Access Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

12.Niagara Falls: Early Access Boat & Journey Behind the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,420 reviews · from $114

Start early with a local English-speaking guide, ride the first elevator to Niagara City Cruises, and choose your place on the boat before the crowds arrive. After the wet 20-minute cruise, walk about 2 km to key viewpoints and enter Journey Behind the Falls at Table Rock.

“Excellent tour! Good value for money and included priority access to 2 popular tourist attractions (Hornblower boat tour and Journey Behind the Falls). Would highly recommend!”

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Toronto: Niagara Falls, Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls - Getting to the falls from Toronto
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Toronto: Niagara Falls, Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

13.Toronto: Niagara Falls, Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,354 reviews · 9 hours · from $122

Travel from Toronto or Mississauga to Niagara Falls with guides such as Tracy, Andrew, Paul, or John. The $122 tour includes transport, Hornblower, Journey Behind the Falls, maple tasting, and free time, with optional helicopter and Skylon Tower add-ons.

“Tracy our guide was prompt, polite and very informative. she was very organised and helpful. The tour was incredible and the flight over the falls was surreal.”

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Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls - Starting at Table Rock before the crowds build
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Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

14.Niagara Falls Tour with Boat Ride & Journey Behind the Falls

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,336 reviews · from $88

See Niagara’s American, Bridal Veil, and Horseshoe Falls on a guided three-hour tour with a 20-minute boat ride and Journey Behind the Falls. Your guide handles reserved tickets, shares local stories, and helps you find the best viewing spots. The 7:45 am departure offers the quietest start.

“Kim was an amazing guide. She was very Knowledgable and super fun to talk to. I would definitely book this tour if I had never done it.”

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Niagara Falls Tour: Skylon, Journey Behind Falls & Boat Ride - Going 125 feet behind the rushing water
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Niagara Falls Tour: Skylon, Journey Behind Falls & Boat Ride

15.Niagara Falls Tour: Skylon, Journey Behind Falls & Boat Ride

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,331 reviews · 3h 30m · from $108

Meet your English-speaking guide at Skylon Tower for a 2.5-kilometre walk through Niagara’s best viewpoints. You’ll ride 520 feet up the tower, explore tunnels behind the Falls, and take a seasonal cruise. Guides such as Kingsley, Alisha, Jake, and Megan are often praised for clear stories and friendly help.

“We had a great experience with Ashton! He was super friendly and attentive to our questions. He also gave us recommendations :) Unfortunately our boat tour has to be cancelled but we were really happy with how it was handled: they gave us many alternatives for us to chose the best option.”

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New in Waterfall Boat Tours and Cruises in Canada

★ 5.0Niagara Falls Canada Walking Tour With Boat CruiseFrom $93195 reviews
★ 4.8Walking Tour of Niagara Falls Canada and Hornblower BoatFrom $72202 reviews
★ 5.0World Famous Boat Cruise with Historical Walking Tour and moreFrom $99202 reviews
★ 5.0Niagara Falls VIP Private SUV Tour: Helicopter & Boat includedFrom $322139 reviews
★ 4.5Niagara Falls Day Tour from Toronto and Skip the Line Boat CruiseFrom $106370 reviews
★ 4.5Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Cruise, Journey Behind Falls and SkylonFrom $119465 reviews
★ 4.3From Toronto: Niagara Falls Evening Tour With Boat CruiseFrom $152500 reviews
★ 4.8Jasper: Wildlife and Waterfalls Tour with Maligne CruiseFrom $155501 reviews
★ 5.0Niagara Falls Tour: Boat Ride, Journey Behind The Falls and moreFrom $119533 reviews
★ 4.7Niagara Falls: Boat, Journey Behind the Falls, & Tower TourFrom $130528 reviews
★ 5.0Niagara Falls Canada Tour: Helicopter, Boat, Behind Falls & LunchFrom $352550 reviews
★ 5.0Jasper Wildlife & Sightseeing Tour with Maligne Lake CruiseFrom $176603 reviews
★ 4.0Niagara Falls Day and Evening Tour With Boat Cruise & Dinner (optional)From $111787 reviews
★ 5.0Niagara Falls Canada 3-Hour Tour w/Boat & Behind the FallsFrom $147887 reviews
★ 4.8Niagara Falls, ON: Helicopter Ride with Boat & Skylon LunchFrom $305968 reviews

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